Max Solomon: GOP Write-In Candidate for Treasurer

Written by David E. Smith

Republican voters in Illinois will notice something unusual on their Primary Election ballot this year — there is no listed Republican nominee for Illinois State Treasurer. While the reasons behind that absence are a story for another time, there is encouraging news: a strong conservative Christian candidate has stepped forward to run as a write-in.

Incumbent Democratic Treasurer Michael Frerichs is unopposed in the Democratic primary and could face no major-party challenger in the general election unless write-in candidate Max Solomon secures the 5,000 votes required to appear on the November ballot.

Illinois Family Action previously endorsed Max Solomon in his 2020 run for State Representative, and we know him to be a man committed to Christian, pro-family values, lower taxes, and policies that support economic growth.

Max Solomon brings an impressive background of education and service. He holds a B.A. in Political Science, an M.A. in Theology, and a J.D. in Law. He is an attorney, an adjunct professor of Political Science, and an ordained Christian minister. He has also served as a trustee of the Grande Prairie Public Library. Max is both a fiscal and social conservative who believes in responsible stewardship and principled leadership.

The Illinois State Treasurer serves as the state’s chief banking and investment officer — responsible for safeguarding, investing, and disbursing public funds. This is a position of significant financial authority and public trust. Max Solomon believes in protecting taxpayers, strengthening families, and defending the dignity of every human life, including the preborn.

Max is a man of faith, integrity, and courage. We encourage Republican voters to write in Max Solomon on their primary ballot so the Republican Party will have a qualified nominee to challenge the incumbent in November.

Learn more about Max Solomon HERE.

How to Cast a Write-In Vote in Illinois

Casting a write-in vote in Illinois is simple, but you must follow the steps carefully for your vote to count.

Step 1 — Find the Office

Locate the race on your ballot (for example, Illinois State Treasurer).

Step 2 — Select the Write-In Option

Ballots will include a blank line labeled “Write-In” (paper ballots) or a write-in selection button (electronic machines).

• • Paper ballot: Fill in the oval next to the write-in line.

  • Touchscreen or voting machine: Select the write-in option when prompted.

Step 3 — Write the Candidate’s Name

Clearly print the candidate’s name on the write-in line (example: Max Solomon).

Spelling should be reasonably accurate so election officials can identify the candidate. Then submit your ballot as usual.

Click HERE to see the full list of IFA endorsed candidates for the Illinois Primary Election.